Herpes Virus 1

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Herpes simplex viruses are species of the herpes virus family, Herpesviridae, which cause infections in humans. They are also called Human Herpes Virus 1 and 2, which are neurotropic and neuroinvasive viruses. They enter and hide in the human nervous system, accounting for their durability in the human body. HSV-1 is commonly associated with herpes outbreaks of the face known as cold sores or fever blisters. ...read more from Wikipedia

Top Resources on Herpes Virus 1

KidsHealth: Cold Sore (HSV 1)
A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Herpes Simplex
Wikipedia: Herpes Simplex Virus
Herpes.com: The Truth About HSV-1 And HSV-2
Herpes Guide: HSV-1 Infections
Go Ask Alice: Once Is Enough For Herpes Simplex Virus 1 (HSV1)
Kenyon College: What Are HSV-1 And HSV-2?
AntiHerpes: Oral Herpes (HSV-1)

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